Food Runner

Job Title: Food Runner

Department: Food and Beverage

Reports to: Restaurant Manager / Chef de Cuisine

Job Type: Non-Exempt

Location: Los Angeles, CA - Sous Sous at Hotel Lucile

Position Type: Full Time / Part Time

Compensation: $18.42 / Hour

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The Food Runner is responsible for delivering food from the kitchen to the guest accurately, promptly, and at the correct temperature and presentation standard. This position serves as the primary link between the culinary team and the dining room, supporting Servers, Bussers, and the kitchen to ensure seamless service and an exceptional guest experience at Sous Sous.

Essential Functions:

• Deliver food to the correct table and seat position promptly and accurately.
• Verify plate presentation, temperature, garnish, and accompaniments before leaving the kitchen.
• Develop thorough knowledge of all menu items, ingredients, preparations, and allergens.
• Communicate allergies, modifications, and special requests between the kitchen and service team.
• Assist guests courteously and notify Servers or Managers of any guest needs or concerns.
• Monitor ticket times and communicate delays to the front-of-house team.
• Maintain organization of the expo window, including plates, sauces, and service ware.
• Coordinate with Servers, Bussers, Hosts, and the culinary team to maintain service flow.
• Support table maintenance, clearing, and resets during service as needed.
• Complete opening, side work, and closing duties.
• Restock service stations, plateware, flatware, and expo supplies.
• Transport dishes and glassware to the dishwashing area.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of expo, service, and guest areas.
• Maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Protect Company assets and maintain confidentiality.
• Comply with California food safety and sanitation requirements and OSHA workplace safety standards.

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Requirements:

• Previous restaurant experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to memorize menu items, table numbers, and seat positions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• California Food Handler Card as required by law.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry trays weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Frequent bending, reaching, carrying, and repetitive movements.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

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Benefits:

• 401k with Company Match (full-time)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (full-time)
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Vacation
• Company Growth & Leadership Development
• Professional Advancement
• Maternity and Paternity Leave (full-time)
• Travel perks and discounts at hotel properties.

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Note: This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time.

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About Hotel Lucile: Hotel Lucile is a landmark boutique property in the heart of Silver Lake, Los Angeles. Originally a church constructed in 1931, the building has seen several iterations of its purpose, with a rich history to inform its present day persona. The property includes 25 guest rooms, a restaurant and bar within the former sanctuary, choir loft and roof top communal spaces, pool, and gym.

A rotating program of artists and exhibitions, thoughtful minibar selection, and community programming will all bring dimension to the experience for both hotel guests and locals alike. While elements of the building have evolved, as it has been doing for nearly a century, many original elements have been preserved to maintain its distinct character against the contemporary design, such as the original stained glass, soaring ceiling beams, window frames, and wood flooring.

Hotel Lucile is looking forward to opening its doors to the neighborhood once again — as a second home for those coming from afar to explore the city, and locals looking for a space to gather.

About Casetta: ‘Casetta,’ Italian for little house, is a hospitality brand that breathes new life into buildings with distinct histories, in meaningful destinations. Our name is our guide as we foster familiar spaces that feel like home.

Each property carries its own personality expressed through thoughtful design, considered food and beverage, and authentic community connection, with a recognizable thread running throughout. Whether drawn to surf, snow, or city energy, guests find a welcoming retreat: a little house, close to home. All driving distance from one another, the Casetta portfolio promises ease of travel and a familiar hospitable feel across the board.

As a team, we are guided by the following internal principals:

• A Warm Welcome: guests arrive as visitors and leave as friends
• Proximity as Priority: close enough but different enough
• Discover Anew: an offering of something new
• The Casetta Thread: to feel the Casetta experience, regardless of the property
• Leave it Better: leaving places, buildings, and communities better than we found them

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Our portfolio includes Casa Cody, in the heart of Palm Springs, The Pearl Hotel in San Diego, Hotel Marina Riviera in Big Bear Lake, Hotel Willa in Taos, and The Surfrider in Malibu. The newest property in our portfolio, Hotel Lucile, will open in the heart of Silver Lake, Los Angeles, late Summer 2026.

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